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Emotional / psychological

If you are fighting cancer, it is not uncommon to experience psychological distress. Whether you are coping with the diagnosis, the challenges of treatment, or continued worry about a recurrence, emotions brought on by the cancer experience can be difficult to handle.

Cancer may bring on a range of emotions, including, but not limited to, the following:

Shock/disbelief

Fear/uncertainty

Guilt

Grief/sadness

Anxiety

Depression

Anger/frustration

Feelings of isolation

Vulnerability/helplessness

Psychological care is normal and necessary, and is an integral part of cancer care. Addressing your psychological well-being can help you feel more relaxed and in control, cope better during treatment, overcome anxiety and depression, and enjoy life.

Tips for improving your psychological well-being

Find a new outlook. Focus on what you can change, not on what you can’t change.

Try not to generalize. Cancer means something different to each individual. Everyone experiences cancer differently and your experience is unique to you.

Talk about your feelings. Reach out to family and friends, other cancer survivors a spiritual leader, etc.

NOTE: This information is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to making decisions about your treatment.